Check These Sites To Sharpen Search For Good Lawyer
October 15, 2007
(Originally published in The Business Journal)
On the top of your pile of mail is a certified mail envelope from the Clerk of Courts office. You get a sinking feeling, and you know right away that this can’t be anything good. Sure enough, inside the envelope is a summons and complaint suing...
Before Discipline, Consider These 10 Tough Questions
September 01, 2007
(Originally published in The Business Journal)
Nearly every employer faces the need to discipline or discharge an employee.
Often the facts and circumstances are not so clear and simple, and questions arise as to whether the employer is following correct procedures to avoid getting into legal...
Pay Full-Time Heed To Laws When Hiring Part-Time Employees
July 15, 2007
(Originally published in The Business Journal)
Employment law issues can keep small business owners awake at night. However, prior planning and an awareness of the pitfalls often faced by employers can help curb the threat of successful litigation against you and restore sleep to your nightly...
LLC Structure Provides Distinct Advantages For Business Owners
June 15, 2007
(Originally published in The Business Journal)
In today’s business climate it is very important for business owners to protect their personal assets.
The limited liability company (“LLC”) is becoming the entity of choice for business owners to do so.
That’s because the LLC structure offers business...
When Hiring Temps, Watch Legal Pitfalls
June 01, 2007
(Originally published in The Business Journal)
The nontraditional workforce, which includes holders of multiple jobs, contingent and part-time workers and people in alternative work arrangements, is common in today’s business environment.
Optimize Your Position For Collecting On Debts
May 01, 2007
(Originally published in The Business Journal)
In a challenging economy, small business owners need to make the most of every opportunity to collect what they are owed.
Fortunately, several state and federal laws allow for practical steps that can put business owners in a stronger position.
But to...
Take Charge Of Electronic Technology
February 15, 2007
(Originally published in The Business Journal)
Electronic technology has expanded into nearly every aspect of life. It makes communicating faster and easier.
Companies have caught on. They increasingly use electronics in their day-to-day activities.
For example, a document that used to exist only...
